Sr. Process Engineer

Since Day 1, KIND has had a vision for a kinder and healthier world. A world in which people never have to choose between what tastes good, feels good, and does good when it comes to their snacking.

Our iconic KIND® bars – made with real, recognizable ingredients – sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004. Now, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient – like nuts or whole grains – and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.

We’re looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health & wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you’re looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you’ve found the right place.

The Sr. Process Engineer will provide process engineering support for multiple approved Innovation and renovation projects across multiple Business Units at Mars Snacking with specific focus on KIND, while also supporting Natures Bakery and trü frü Business Units as needed. This role will be critical for building the H&W internal technical expertise and executing Planned Innovation opportunities. The Sr. Process Engineer will also support business initiatives around value leadership, sustainability, and manufacturing support.

Collaboration with a cross-functional team is necessary for success in this role, including Business Unit stakeholders. Projects may include input into the evaluation of manufacturing technologies and commissioning of new equipment.

• Act as support for the Business Units and other key stakeholders for all Innovation, Renovation and Productivity projects.
• A strategic thinker and approach business initiatives with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Able to influence, facilitate groups with diverse perspectives, and bring teams to consensus / alignment.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment and maintain a positive outlook.
• Able to demonstrate prudent judgment when making important decisions by utilizing knowledge of industry best practices and current trends.
• Excellent at planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and rapidly adapt.
• Provide guidance and support for engineering regarding design concepts, specifications and requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Project scope development and management.
• Reputation of the team, i.e., how the project was achieved.
• Responsible for understanding the manufacturing processes of the company and identifying areas where the cost/ benefit favors technology and automation.
• Effectiveness of team, build team, manage interpersonal opportunities.
• Keeps abreast of best practices, and current or emerging manufacturing technologies to determine options and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with the HSE (Health Safety Environmental) and Food Safety and Quality Teams to ensure products are manufactured to specifications and in compliance with Mars INC Safety and Food Safety Standards.
• Execute communication processes that ensure appropriate level of communication of daily activities between all stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external project stakeholders to ensure priorities and standards have been reviewed and scope of work is aligned.

• Organizational Leadership
  • You bring a strong sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
  • You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • You bring a partnership and relationship-based approach in working with internal and external business partners. Always presenting a “we vs. me” attitude.
  • You bring a willingness to challenge our “way of work” to maximize our resources and enhance our success rate
  • You develop and manage supplier relationships and stay abreast of industry trends and technology developments to leverage outside ideas and technical solutions
  • You network with the global R&D community to share and utilize best practices.
• Technical Leadership
  • You bring strong technical equipment knowledge to the organization
  • You…